The nurse researcher opts to use grounded theory as the research method. Which action or behavior should be avoided in such a study?
a. Following hunches about emerging patterns before data collection is completed
b. Expressing the researcher's opinions or values to the participants
c. Changing the way experiences are collected or selected after the study has been initiated
d. Expanding codes or data categories as the study progresses
ANS: B
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A Grounded theorists often pursue hunches as data emerge.
B Researchers want to observe participants interacting in natural social settings. Interjection of the researcher's opinions and values disrupts the natural setting.
C Emerging data can cause a researcher to change how experiences are observed or how data are collected.
D Expanding data codes and categories is expected as data emerge.
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